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One life is all we have, and we live it as we believe in living it. But to sacrifice what you are and to live without belief, that is a fate more terrible than dying.
-Joan of Arc
Chief Urbosa had escorted us to Gerudo Town so we could drop off our stuff and take a short break; However, I didn’t waste any time. I walked to the jewelry shop and sold all my wares once more. I didn’t have as much, but I still sold everything for a hefty profit. I voiced a loud ‘thank you,’ before running back to Urbosa’s throne room. No one was in the room, so I turned toward Patricia soon-to-be courtyard. Sure enough, Zelda and Urbosa were having a quiet chat with one another. I felt rude joining them, but Zelda had told me to come back as soon as possible. Walking down the stairs, I observed the two young woman. Both were intense leaders. And then there was me… I slowly made my way toward the two.
“Ah, there you, (Y/N)! Have you done everything you need to do?” Zelda inquired, running up to me as if we were children. I nodded thoughtfully, before looking to Urbosa. A smile was eminent on her features, but I didn’t know what for. “Then let’s go. We have a lot to do, and I could really use your help.” With a pull of my arm Zelda started to lead me out of Gerudo Town and toward the unknown desert. The chief of the Gerudo followed behind us, which made me let out a sigh of relief.
“So, are we going to be traveling on foot, Zelda?” I asked. Zelda giggled to herself at my naïve question. A small, embarrassed blush swept over my features, before Zelda chuckled once more.
“You’re so cute sometimes, (Y/N)!” Zelda commented patting my head as if I were a child, even though I was older than her by two years, “Urbosa is going to take us around with her Divine Beast, so I can survey the land; However, I do need to leave Naboris every now and then to get a better look at our surroundings. Feel free to take notes as well, alright?” Nodding, Zelda continued to pull on my arm toward Divine Beast Vah Naboris. Once inside, my jaw dropped to the floor. I had been in two Divine Beasts before, but I could then saw that I was in three, which not many people have the pleasure of bragging about. “Oh, that’s right. You’ve never been in a Divine Beast before, have you?”
“No, I’ve been in one before.” I blurted accidently, before covering my mouth for a moment. ‘What is with me today?!’ I asked myself mentally, cursing my verbal instincts, ‘Might as well tell her the truth…’ Huffing at my stupidity, I turned to face a surprised Zelda, “Um… It may come as a shock to you, but I’m friends with the all the Champions. Especially Master Revali.”
“You know Mipha and Daruk?! And you are friends with Revali?!!” Zelda gasped, completely flabbergasted at this sudden, new information. Urbosa just let out a brief laugh.
“Color me impressed, little vai. I didn’t think that salty Revali could ever have a friend.” Urbosa commented, giving me her signature smile, “And what are the odds that you met all of the Princess’s Champions?”
“Well, I met Daruk while I was learning how to make a living. The Gorons are known to be hard workers, so I decided to train there. The first time I met Princess Mipha was after I met you Chief Urbosa. I wanted to sell my luminous stone to the Zora, since they use it in their architecture. Revali was the first one I had the pleasure of meeting… He became my archery teacher and then my best friend. Revali also saved me a couple of times, too.” Without my awareness, both Urbosa and Zelda looked at each other knowingly; However, they didn’t enhance the conversation. They just went about their business without another word. I watched over the desert upon Naboris’s balcony. The view was as wonderful as it could be for being a desert. I had not asked Urbosa to stop once, since I already knew everything I needed to know about the ruins. And the fact that Zelda made sure to stop at said ruins. Nothing was left. Just some pillars, with no decorations or carvings. There was truly nothing for me to write down. Arbiter’s Grounds was another story. Nothing was there, but I knew the lore behind it. “Urbosa, what were these grounds used for? Do you know?”
“It was said to be a prison for the most ruthless criminals in all of Hyrule; However, it is lost to time now, as you can see.” Exactly what I was thinking. So does this mean that Breath of the Wild takes place in the Child Timeline? Possibly so, yet I can never be certain. Urbosa never said anything about Ganondorf being held in this prison. For all I know, the Twilight Realm may not have made contact with this one. Jotting down a couple notes, I saw that Zelda was searching around the area out of utter curiosity. That was until I saw something moving through the sand toward the focused Princess. Urbosa saw it as well.
“Princess Zelda!” I yelled, running toward her at top speed. Taking her hand, I practically threw her toward solid ground, as the Molduga was getting closure. I pulled out my Swallow Bow and aimed three bomb arrows toward the approaching Molduga. I had managed to hit it, but it wasn’t enough. It jumped into the air, but I continued to shoot arrows into its spiraling eyes. With quick movement, I jumped onto the closest structure to avoid the attack, which I nearly evaded. Urbosa had caught the beast’s attention.
“Hyah!!” The chieftain cried, before exposing the beast to her intense fury. With that, the beast was almost defeated. I shot another bombardment of bomb arrows into its side before it laid dead, destined to waste away on Arbiter’s Grounds. Urbosa rushed over to Zelda before hugging her near. It was clear how close they were. Mother-figure and daughter. Urbosa had released the hug before gazing upon me with a stern expression. She raised her hand up. I shut my eyes, expecting to be slapped in the face; However, a hand instead ran through my (H/N) hair. I gazed up at the chief, wondering what the meaning of this action was. Was it gratitude? Relief? “That was very foolish of you, yet I cannot express how grateful I am for your bravery. Now I know that Revali was your teacher.” The sun was close to setting after we went back into the Divine Beast. From all the shock, Zelda had passed out on Urbosa. I couldn’t blame her. It was probably traumatic.
Night had fallen over the desert, as I looked out to the scenery. In the distance, I could see a figure approach Vah Naboris. “Lady Urbosa, someone is approaching the Divine Beast. From what I can make out, it looks like Link.” I commented, before Urbosa continued to brush her fingers through Zelda’s hair.
“Don’t worry, I will let him on when he’s close enough.” Urbosa spoke, focusing her attention elsewhere, “It’s a beautiful night.” I hummed in affirmation, as I looked over the railing, “(Y/N)…” She breathed. I looked at her to see vivid emotions painted on her expression. One of sadness and relief. “You saved my little bird today. If she died, I would never forgive myself. Most wouldn’t have done what you did. I can’t say it enough but thank you. I’ll be sure to tell Revali about your achievement.”
“Lady Urbosa…” I breathed, tilting my head downwards. I felt in pain, but why? ‘I guess it was long day for the both of us, Zelda…’ I thought to myself, breathing a sigh of relief, “Your gratitude is appreciated, but unneeded. Zelda is… my friend. I’m almost positive she would have done the same for me if the roles were swapped.” Urbosa smiled at me before she signalled the Divine Beast to lower for Link to board. “Urbosa? Can you not tell Link about what happened today? He wouldn’t show it, but he’ll freak out at the thought of the Princess almost dying while he was absent.” Urbosa nodded, before looking out to the mountains. Link’s eyes were first met with mine. He stared for a second before seeing a passed out Zelda and a calm Urbosa. I decided to leave the room, for their chat. However, I decided to eavesdrop.
“Ah, well… you certainly got here fast. I should have expected as much from the Princess’s own appointed knight. She was out on a survey all day today. (Y/N) watched over her in your place, so don’t worry about being too late. Still as the sands now… So? Spill it, boy. Have the two of you been getting along all right?” I heard Link shuffle a little, before I heard Urbosa chuckle and continue, “It’s okay… I know. Your silence speaks volumes. She gets frustrated every time she looks up and sees you carrying that sword on your back. It makes her feel like a failure when it comes to her own destiny. Don’t worry, it’s not like you carry blame in any of this. It’s unfortunate. She’s put in more than enough time. Ever since she was a young girl, she’s gone through rigorous daily routines to show her dedication… She once passed out in the freezing waters trying to access this Sealing Power. And she has nothing to show for it… That’s the motivation driving her research. I’d be doing the same thing. She really is quite… special.” Link glanced back at the entry, as Urbosa followed his gaze, “You be sure to protect her with your life. It’s quite the honor.” Something about the way she said that sounded unusual to me. Like she wasn’t just addressing Link. “The night brings a chill… It’s probably time we take her in… Or…” With a snap of her fingers, a bolt of lightning struck, scaring Zelda awake. My heart felt like it was about to jump out of my chest. I was expecting it, yet here I was getting scared over something I knew was going to happen.
“Urbosa? What was that?! Did you feel that?! Wait, what- How did you- What are you doing here?!” Urbosa started to laugh greatly, “W-What is so funny?!” With that, the day came to an end. Zelda settled with Chief Urbosa, Link stationed himself outside, while I stayed at the inn. I couldn’t help but feel like I was being watched.